Whether you’re a member of the medical team, have some knowledge of medical procedures, or you’re a regular person who just happens to witness an emergency, having some knowledge of medical equipment and procedures is an important skill to possess and can definitely save lives. In terms of medical knowledge, knowing all kinds of transport, such as stretcher folding, will make you an indispensable member of the emergency team.

Now, when you want to be such a hero, you should start learning first aid treatments, first aid procedures and basic medical equipment so that you can effectively use your knowledge anytime, anywhere. You never know when an accident or emergency will occur.

First, learn about the most common transportation equipment, stretchers and their different types.

Distinguish different types of stretchers

If you don’t have a medical background, it may be surprising to know that there are different types of stretchers. But like many devices, stretchers have different uses. For these purposes, different types are used.

Let us distinguish them according to their purpose and characteristics.

Transfer Stretcher – Designed to transfer patients from their beds to stretchers and vice versa in order to transport them to and from different parts of a medical facility.

— It features innovative sidetrack design for efficient transfer, adjustable height and center wheels for easy navigation.

Folding stretchers – designed for use in confined Spaces such as elevators.

It has a loading height of 64 cm with an adjustable head and folding legs.

Ambulance Stretcher – As the name suggests, this stretcher is specially designed for ambulance transport.

— It has wheels for easy movement on sidewalks and locks and straps to hold equipment and patients in place during transportation.

Spine stretcher – is a portable, lightweight stretcher designed for use in emergency situations where there is no suspected spinal injury.

It has a simple, flat design with wheels on foldable short legs.

 

There are different types of stretchers, each with its own specific purpose. Knowing this will enable you to act quickly and choose the most appropriate equipment to help someone in distress.